Business Analyst - French Speaker Porto

Business Analyst - French Speaker
Porto
Porto, Porto District, Portugal

Company Description

Natixis in Portugal is part of the Global Financial Services division, where it applies technology for the development of financial expertise in its two global business lines – Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management. The Centre of Expertise, based in Porto, currently has more than 2, 400 employees from over 30 nationalities, organized in three main departments: Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance. These teams work in an integrated, inclusive, and transversal way, supporting and creating value for all the business lines and platforms of the group. The project in Porto is one of the biggest investments in Human Resources ever made by Groupe BPCE worldwide.

A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Business Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business analysis within the banking sector and be proficient in both French and English. This role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to gather, document, and analyze business requirements while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, document, and analyze business requirements in both French and English.
2. Develop and maintain strong relationships with business units and project teams to ensure alignment and understanding of business objectives.
3. Conduct detailed business analysis, including gap analysis, process mapping, and data analysis to identify opportunities for improvement.
4. Create clear and concise documentation, including business requirements documents, functional specifications, and user stories.
5. Facilitate workshops and meetings with stakeholders to elicit requirements and gain consensus on project deliverables.
6. Provide insights and recommendations based on industry best practices and trends, particularly within the banking sector.
7. Support the project management team in tracking project progress, managing risks, and ensuring timely delivery of solutions.
8. Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and validate that solutions meet business requirements.
9. Mentor and guide junior analysts in best practices and methodologies.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
2. Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Business Analyst.
3. Proven experience in requirements gathering, process mapping, and business process reengineering.
4. Strong analytical and
   - solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically.
5. Excellent communication skills in both French and English, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly (mandatory).
6. Proficiency in business analysis tools and methodologies (e. g. , Agile, Waterfall, UML).
7. Knowledge of banking products, regulations, and compliance requirements is highly desirable.
8. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a
   - paced environment.